In this conversation, Nik Nanos, founder of Nanos Research, shares his journey from aspiring lawyer to data scientist, emphasizing the importance of integrity, transparency, and innovation in polling.
He discusses the evolution of his company, the anatomy of a successful election tracking process, and the significance of maintaining strong client relationships.
Nanos highlights the operational excellence required in polling and the qualitative and quantitative results that define success in his field.
He concludes with advice for leaders on humility and the importance of delivering on promises.
Key Takeaways
- Nik Nanos is a data scientist and founder of Nanos Research
- Nanos Research has been successfully tracking elections for over 20 years
- The company emphasizes quality at every step of the polling process
- Integrity and transparency are core values of Nanos Research
- Nanos treats client money as if it were his own, ensuring responsible decisions, and retaining the ability to say no to a bad idea
- The team at Nanos Research is vertically integrated, controlling all aspects of polling
- Nanos advises leaders to be humble and consistent in delivering quality
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